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Everything you need to know about Giving Connection
Getting Started
Giving Connection is a free platform that helps people discover and connect with local nonprofits based on the causes they care about. Whether you're looking for support, ways to give back, or to spread the word about your organization, we make it easier to find the right match.
Yes! Our platform is completely free for individuals and nonprofits.
Giving Connection is for anyone who wants to get involved, find help, or make a difference:
- Community members seeking local resources or services
- Volunteers and donors looking for meaningful ways to give back
- Nonprofits that want to increase visibility and connect with supporters
Using the Platform
Start by typing your keywords into the search bar. Then, click the search pills or the Advanced Filters option to refine your results. You can filter by Causes, Services, Populations Served, Location, and more to find nonprofits that best match your needs.
To save a nonprofit, click the ribbon icon on its profile. You’ll be prompted to log in or create a free account. Once saved, it will appear in your Saved Pages.
Email alerts notify you when new nonprofits or opportunities match your search preferences.
To create one:
To create one:
- Run a search with your preferred filters
- Click “Create Search Alert” next to your results
- You’ll get updates sent to your inbox
Log into your Giving Connection account and go to your dashboard. From there, you can view:
- Saved nonprofit pages
- Active email alerts
Log into your account, visit your Saved Pages, and click the ribbon icon again or select 'Remove' to delete it from your list.
Understanding How it Works
Nonprofits on our platform select their own categories from a list of causes and services inspired by the IRS’s National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) system. This helps ensure consistency while allowing organizations to represent their work accurately.
If you don’t see a specific cause or service that matches your needs, please email us at info@givingconnection.org. We’re always open to feedback and may be able to add new categories over time.
If you don’t see a specific cause or service that matches your needs, please email us at info@givingconnection.org. We’re always open to feedback and may be able to add new categories over time.
The green check mark next to a nonprofit’s name indicates that the information listed has been reviewed and verified by that nonprofit. When reviewing a nonprofit profile without a green check mark, we encourage users to visit the nonprofit’s website to verify the information listed and ensure it’s up to date.
We do not guarantee outcomes and are not responsible for the services, conduct, or performance of any referred organizations. Please use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
We do not guarantee outcomes and are not responsible for the services, conduct, or performance of any referred organizations. Please use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
For Nonprofits
Click “Add a Nonprofit” at the top of the page to get started. A representative from your organization should complete the form, including the name and email of the designated Profile Admin who will manage your nonprofit’s listing.
Once we verify your organization, we’ll reach out to the Profile Admin to set up your account. You can expect to hear from us within 3–5 business days.
Once we verify your organization, we’ll reach out to the Profile Admin to set up your account. You can expect to hear from us within 3–5 business days.
We verify nonprofits by confirming their 501(c)(3) status and reviewing the information provided against publicly available sources such as the IRS database and the organization’s website.
Once a nonprofit has been verified by its own representative and reviewed by our team, a green check mark appears next to its name. This indicates the information has been reviewed and confirmed by the organization itself.
Please note: While we verify basic eligibility and accuracy, we do not guarantee outcomes or the quality of services provided. Always use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
Once a nonprofit has been verified by its own representative and reviewed by our team, a green check mark appears next to its name. This indicates the information has been reviewed and confirmed by the organization itself.
Please note: While we verify basic eligibility and accuracy, we do not guarantee outcomes or the quality of services provided. Always use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
Email us at info@givingconnection.org with your request and verification details. We will process the removal within 3–5 business days.
Support & Contact
Yes. We take data privacy seriously and comply with applicable data protection laws. For details, read our Privacy Policy.
We are not a legal aid or emergency response service. We connect people to organizations that may provide these services, but we do not offer legal advice or emergency assistance.
Important Disclaimer: Giving Connection is not a legal service provider and does not offer legal advice or representation. The information we provide is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice. We refer users to nonprofit organizations based on their submitted needs but do not guarantee outcomes and are not responsible for the services, conduct, or performance of any referred organizations. Please use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
Important Disclaimer: Giving Connection is not a legal service provider and does not offer legal advice or representation. The information we provide is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal or professional advice. We refer users to nonprofit organizations based on their submitted needs but do not guarantee outcomes and are not responsible for the services, conduct, or performance of any referred organizations. Please use your own judgment when engaging with any third-party organization.
Email us at info@givingconnection.org or use our Contact Form. We respond within 3–5 business days.
Quick Links
If you are experiencing a medical or life-threatening emergency, please call 911.
If you are in immediate crisis, contact these national hotlines:
Suicide Prevention & Emotional Support:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Spanish): (888) 628-9454
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Deaf and Hard of Hearing): For TTY users, use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255
- Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Line: (800) 273-8255, press 1 — Text: 838255 — Online chat available
- National Grad Crisis Line: (877) 472-3457
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: (800) 656-4673
- Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: (800) 422-4453
Health, Substance Abuse & HIV/AIDS
- CDC National HIV and AIDS Hotline: (800) 232-4636
- SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration): (800) 662-4357
Can't find what you're looking for?
Please reach us at info@givingconnection.org if you cannot find an answer to your question. We will get back to you within 3–5 business days.